Here is a more detailed explanation from David Schmidt from a longer Vision meeting in January 2025 (just play up to 11:12):

Here is a longer video that explains a recent clinical study from NIS labs on the benefits of the X39 patch vs. a placebo/control group:

First, this was the schedule that was used for the clinical studies, so this is the only “official” recommendation that can be put in the instructions.

Secondly, here’s some more science for you: “Attenuation” is the gradual loss of signal strength or intensity of a wave. For this scenario, we have light waves traveling through skin and soft tissue. After 12 hours or so, the body responds less to the incoming light from the patch and photobiomodulation decreases. This is similar to being in the sun long enough to get your daily dose of Vitamin D – once you get enough UVB sunlight exposure, your body stops producing Pre-D3, and basically stops responding to any “extra” UVB light coming its way.

To deal with attenuation, you want to give your body a break from the incoming light for approximately 12 hours and then expose it to that wavelength again for 12 hours (until it has had enough), then take another break for 12 hours (and so forth). Because the body attenuates the signal over time, it is best to wear a specific patch for (approximately) 12 hours on and 12 hours off. Here is a quick clip explaining some more details and why you don’t need to worry about the exact timing.

Yes, it won’t be as effective at reflecting modulated light back on the second day, but this is a good way to get more for your money. The patches are stabilized (with stabilized oxygen) for a total of 24 hours, but the active ingredients begin to break down near the end of this 24 hours. If you wear a new patch for 12 hours, take it off for 12 hours, you can choose to wear it again the next day for 12 hours and then discard. If you want full potency for a recent injury or want to see quicker results, then use a new patch every day.

I use tape to help stick the patch on for a second day since the adhesive is usually used up. Also, if you use a patch for 12 hours and forget to use it the next day, the active ingredients are still breaking down (they are not stabilized anymore). It is estimated that a previously activated patch can last up to 48 hours total after the stabilizers are gone.

Here is a quick video (2.5 min) explaining some more details:

Here is a list of the different patches that Lifewave currently makes plus the Cellergize Morning drink mix that helps amplify the effects of the patches:

X39 (The Foundational patch)

• Elevates GHK-Cu peptide which activates healthy stem cells
• Rapid pain relief
• Increases energy to cells
• Reduces inflammation
• Increases sports performance and faster recovery
• Supports faster wound healing and improved skin appearance

Aeon

• Reduces inflammation & stress
• Reduces cortisol
• When Aeon & X39 are combined, inflammation is further reduced, protecting your newly activated stem cells
• Balances hormones and the nervous system (anti-stress)
• Increases Superoxide dismutase (SOD) which reduces oxidative stress

X49 – for greater performance

• Elevates AHK-Cu peptide
• Promotes lean muscle mass, fat loss & increased bone density
• Supports a strong cardiovascular system
• Promotes performance & reduces recovery time
• Supports focus and cognitive functions
• Reduces EMF and cell phone radiation effects
• Supports healthy blood pressure

Glutathione

• The body’s master antioxidant for detoxification
• The body’s greatest immune system defense
• Clinically proven to elevate glutathione levels by 300% on average within 24 hours
• Improves skin appearance
• An antiviral that fights infection in the body

Carnosine

• Protects your telomeres (which prevent DNA damage)
• Supports nervous system and organ function
• Supports brain, heart & muscle function
• Prevents mental decline & visual degeneration
• Promotes physical fitness and stamina

Energy Enhancer

• Increases beta-oxidation (a process that produces more energy from fat burning)
• Improves mitochondrial functions, increasing energy inside cells
• Increases physical activity and health recovery
• Engages your body’s natural energy field
• No drugs, chemicals or stimulants

IceWave

• Safe and effective solution for reducing pain
• Provides fast relief at the source of discomfort
• FAST acting and non-addictive
• No drugs, chemicals or stimulants

SP6 Complete

• Balances hormones and digestion
• Stimulates your body to regulate appetite
• Combined with a healthy diet and exercise, SP6 helps you maintain key balances throughout the body

Silent Nights

• Regulates the natural, healthy production of melatonin
• A healthy sleep enhancer
• Increases the length of sleep
• Fosters deep relaxation
• No drugs, chemicals or stimulants

Alavida Patch, Day, Night & Copper Peptide infused Eye cream

• Elevates Epithalamin peptide
• Builds collagen
• Lengthens telomeres, a key to longevity and DNA health
• Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
• Promotes firmer skin and evens out skin tone
• 98.6% naturally derived plant-sourced ingredients

Cellergize Morning Powder Supplement (mix with water)

• Energizing blend of essential vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that revitalize your cells and boost results when using Lifewave patches.
• Provides key ingredients for the biochemical processes initiated by Lifewave patches – (for example: Sea Buckthorn fruit extract supports healthy stem cell activity)
• Your go-to boost for cellular energy, strength, and stamina

Lifewave used accupressure points for the placement of the patches throughout their clinical studies and therefore must recommend the same locations for patch placement in their “official” instructions. In practice, most patches have been found to work well placed anywhere on the body or at a point that needs more support. Some patches like IceWave or Energy Enhancer may need more precise placement to work best.

Accupressure points have a lot of nerves and blood flow and can be pressed and held with a finger for a short time to help the body regulate the systems of the body. Lifewave uses these same “accupoints” for patch placement since the reflected light from the patch can also mimic a finger being pressed at that location.

This way the patches can support the body through the accupressure system in addition to the specific wavelengths it sends to the body for increasing specific peptides.

We recommend starting out with both the X39 and Aeon patches

The Aeon patch reduces inflammation even more than X39, allowing more healing to take place and protecting newly activated stem cells. Check out this 3 minute video from Dr. Staci.

Here is a long video about how the patches can help with various parts of the cardiovascular system:

Here is a longer video about how the Cellergize Morning drink mix helps the cardiovascular system:

The crystal lattice is dried onto the gauze patch, so it is rather stable and secure and won’t break down through movement. However, you do need to be careful about exposing them to heat (or an infrared source) before you want to use them.

This is why I would recommend wrapping your unused patches in tinfoil or keep them in tins of some kind (this will block any infrared light getting to the patches). You don’t want to have them in front of you at your kitchen table every time you sit down since you may activate them unintentionally.

You also don’t want to expose them to extreme hot water in a hot tub or an extra hot shower. Here are some tins you can get on Amazon to store them or carry with you easily. You can also just buy some mints (Altoids) and save the tin for storing patches.

It depends on your goals. If you have a recent/acute injury and you want to heal things more quickly or make sure everything heals well, then you may only need to wear patches for a few weeks while you heal up from the injury, surgery, etc.

If you appreciate the ongoing benefits from the patches and want to keep signaling to your body for repair, increased energy, etc. then you will need to keep sending that signal with another patch (one that is made with organic or active & natural materials).

Because the patches are made with organic materials they break down over time (within 48 hours after activated or the stabilized oxygen is gone).